Crossword clue
“Like goods bought before they hit the shelves”
This clue appeared as 64-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. The answer has 10 letters.
Answer · 10 lettersFirst appearance
PREORDEREDLetters10
Starts withP
Ends withD
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Like goods bought before they hit the shelves” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 26, 2025 as 64-Across. Its answer is a 10-letter word that starts with P and ends with D, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Like goods bought before they hit the shelves” clue?+
The answer is PREORDERED (10 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 26, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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